CSE 115AIntroduction to Software Engineering
Emphasizes the characteristics of well-engineered software systems. Topics include requirements analysis and specification, design, programming, verification and validation, maintenance, and project management. Practical and research methods are studied. Imparts an understanding of the steps used to effectively develop computer software. (Formerly Computer Science 115.)
Prerequisite(s): satisfaction of the Entry Level Writing and Composition requirements and CSE 101 and CSE 130.
- Enrollment restricted to Computer Science majors during First Pass enrollment. Enrollment restricted to Computer Science and Computer Engineering majors during Second Pass enrollment. Major restrictions lifted after Second Pass enrollment
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When it runs
Winter 2027Open Winter 2027
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 10:40am–11:45am | J Baskin Engr 152 | R. K. Jullig | Open 0/130 |
Fall 2026Open Fall 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 8:00am–9:05am | PhysSciences 114 | R. K. Jullig | Wait List 45/45 |
| 02 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 10:40am–11:45am | PhysSciences 114 | R. K. Jullig | Wait List 45/45 |
Summer 2026Open Summer 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed 9:00am–12:30pm | Online | R. K. Jullig | Open 74/90 |
Spring 2026Open Spring 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 8:00am–9:05am | Kresge Acad 3201 | R. K. Jullig | Open 58/65 |
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 8:00am–9:05am | J Baskin Engr 152 | R. K. Jullig | Closed 91/90 |
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 8:00am–9:05am | J Baskin Engr 152 | R. K. Jullig | Open 73/75 |
| 02 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 10:40am–11:45am | R Carson Acad 240 | R. K. Jullig | Closed 81/75 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Jullig | 2.5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 52% | 55 |
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